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Shibaura Machine TH550A
The Shibaura Machine TH550A is a high-speed SCARA robot with a 550 mm arm length and a maximum payload of 5 kg.
According to Shibaura Machine the TH550A is a high-speed SCARA robot with a 550 mm arm length (first arm 300 mm, second arm 250 mm) and a maximum payload of 5 kg. The standard cycle time is 0.30 s with 2 kg, repeatability is ± 0.01 mm in X, Y and Z and the weight is approx. 28 kg. Options include a cleanroom design, IP65 and ceiling mounting; IP65 is therefore not standard. The robot is driven by the TS3000 controller. The page does not name applications. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Status 2026
ShowcaseThis model is listed as a showcase. Direct commercial availability has not been confirmed.- 01Industrial robot
Reprogrammable manipulator (robot arm) with three or more axes, for automation in industry.
- 02SCARA robot
In the industrial robots category.
- 5kg
- Payload
- ± 0.01mm
- Repeatability X, Y, Z
- 6.2m/s
- Speed samengesteld
- 28kg
- Weight
Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
What is Shibaura Machine TH550A?
Shibaura Machine TH550A is an industrial robot from Shibaura Machine, listed for general applications. Key figures: payload max. 5 kg, repeatability ± 0.01 mm, speed 6.2 m/s, weight approx. 28 kg. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Market status: showcase. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
Technology in brief
TH550A to scale
A way to picture it: next to a person, a door or a familiar object.
- 5 kg
About 5 one-litre cartons of milk.
- 22.3 km/h
Faster than walking pace (about 5 km/h).
- ± 0.01 mm
Thinner than a sheet of printer paper (about 0.1 mm).
- 18%Carries about 5 kg
That is about 18% of its own weight of about 28 kg, according to the manufacturer.
How does it compare with other industrial robots?
We compare each value with the other industrial robots in our guide for which it is known. Typical is the middle half. Values according to the manufacturers; caveats are noted with the key figures at the top.
- Payload5kg
Low for an industrial robot
Of the 714 others, 609 carry more, 18 the same and 87 less.
Typical: 7 to 150 kg
- Speed6.2m/s
Typical for an industrial robot
Of the 23 others, 16 are faster and 7 slower.
Typical: 3.5 to 9.5 m/s
- Weight28kg
Light for an industrial robot
Of the 438 others, 360 are heavier, 2 the same weight and 76 lighter.
Typical: 39 to 1,090 kg
Application
What was TH550A developed for?
General applications
Business fit
When might TH550A be a fit?
An initial view based on the recorded category and model information
May be suitable for
- Organisations assessing a robot for a defined task and work environment.
- Teams comparing the robot's recorded profile with other options.
- Businesses that want to validate the application and integration requirements.
Considerations
- Confirm capabilities and current availability with the manufacturer or supplier.
- Check the work environment, integration needs and local support before selecting a model.
Facts
Did you know?
Notable facts about TH550A, its manufacturer and this type of robot
According to ISO 8373:2021, an industrial robot is an automatically controlled manipulator that is reprogrammable, has multiple purposes and can be programmed in three or more axes.
Source: IFR, Industrial robots (ISO 8373)In 1961 the Unimate was installed on a General Motors assembly line in Ewing Township, New Jersey. Guinness World Records lists it as the first industrial production robot.
Source: Guinness World Records, First industrial production robotA safety standard for industrial robots, ISO 10218-1, appeared in February 2025 as its third edition.
Source: ISO 10218-1:2025Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 (the Machinery Regulation) replaces Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and applies from 20 January 2027.
Source: EU-OSHA, Regulation (EU) 2023/1230
Market and supply
Is TH550A available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
Status board
Checked 3 November 2026- Market statusShowcaseActive
- RegionNot publicly confirmedActive
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmedNot confirmed
- RentalNot confirmedNot confirmed
2 of 4 confirmedAvailability depends on market launch, region and the manufacturer's channels.
Manufacturer
Shibaura Machine
Shibaura Machine is listed in the Robotleasen directory with 14 robot models.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on TH550A
According to Shibaura Machine the TH550A is a high-speed SCARA robot with a 550 mm arm length (first arm 300 mm, second arm 250 mm) and a maximum payload of 5 kg. The standard cycle time is 0.30 s with 2 kg, repeatability is ± 0.01 mm in X, Y and Z and the weight is approx. 28 kg. Options include a cleanroom design, IP65 and ceiling mounting; IP65 is therefore not standard. The robot is driven by the TS3000 controller. The page does not name applications. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Lease or rent
Can you lease this robot?
Leasing options for this model are not in our data. Ask the supplier about leasing, rental or Robot-as-a-Service, or use our request page for advice.
Compare
Compare TH550A
| Feature | TH550AShibaura Machine | Motoman MOTOMINIYaskawa | Motoman PL190Yaskawa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Showcase | Commercially available | Commercially available |
| Application | General applications | Assembly, Handling | Palletising |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
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Questions about TH550A
What is the Shibaura Machine TH550A?
Shibaura Machine TH550A is an industrial robot from Shibaura Machine, listed for general applications. Key figures: payload max. 5 kg, repeatability ± 0.01 mm, speed 6.2 m/s, weight approx. 28 kg. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Market status: showcase. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
What are the specifications of the Shibaura Machine TH550A?
Key figures: payload max. 5 kg, repeatability ± 0.01 mm, speed 6.2 m/s, weight approx. 28 kg. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
Which supplier is listed for the Shibaura Machine TH550A?
Shibaura Machine TH550A is listed under Shibaura Machine, based in Not publicly confirmed. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Shibaura Machine TH550A available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?
Showcase. Deployment: not confirmed. Whether this model is available to buy, rent or lease in the Netherlands depends on the supplier. Ask a supplier to confirm current availability.
How much does the Shibaura Machine TH550A cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the Shibaura Machine TH550A used for?
The applications listed for the Shibaura Machine TH550A include general applications.
What are alternatives to the Shibaura Machine TH550A?
Profiles include Yaskawa Motoman PL320, Yaskawa Motoman PL500 and Beckman Coulter Biomek i7 Hybrid. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
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Sources and checks
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- Manufacturer shibaura-machine.co.jp
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.